2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Viper | 740 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |